Tank Dell

Tank Dell

26-Year-Old Wide ReceiverWR
Houston Texans
Questionable
Injury Knee - ACL + MCL
Est. Return 5/1/2026
2025 Fantasy Outlook
There was no outlook written for Tank Dell in 2025. Check out the latest news below for more on his current fantasy value.
Signed a four-year, $5.69 million contract with the Texans in May of 2023.
Status for OTAs uncertain
WRHouston Texans
Knee - ACL + MCL
April 2, 2026
Coach DeMeco Ryans acknowledged Tuesday that he's uncertain whether Dell (knee) will be available for the Texans' upcoming offseason activities, but he added that he expects the wide receiver will be "back for (the team) at some point this year," Jonathan M. Alexander of the Houston Chronicle reports.
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Dell hasn't played since tearing most of the ligaments in his left knee while also dislocating his kneecap in a Dec. 21, 2024 game against the Chiefs. While Ryans is hopeful that Dell will be able to contribute at some point this coming season, he doesn't plan to rush the 2023 third-rounder back. "I told Tank, it's not a matter of getting back to OTAs just to get back," Ryans said. "It's just a matter of getting back, being in a really good spot physically so you can stay there. It's not about how quickly he returns, it's just about Tank returning." Once Dell is able to return to the field, he'll join a Houston WR corps that's led by Nico Collins and also includes Jayden Higgins, Xavier Hutchinson, Jaylin Noel and Justin Watson. Prior to his injury, the 26-year-old had compiled a 98-1,376-10 line on 156 targets over the course of 25 regular-season contests.
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Height
5' 10"
 
Weight
165 lbs
 
40-Yard Dash
4.49 sec
 
Broad Jump
121 in
 
Hand Length
8.63 in
 
Arm Length
30.50 in
 
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Past Fantasy Outlooks
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Dell lasted until 69th overall in last year's draft despite topping 1,300 receiving yards both of his final two seasons at Houston. It's now clear teams made a mistake passing on him, though it was understandable at the time given his combine measurements (5-8, 165), 40 time (4.49) and age (turned 24 during his rookie season). Dell quickly silenced those concerns, earning the Texans' No. 3 receiver job out of the gate and combining for 217 yards and two TDs in Weeks 2-3. A Week 5 concussion cost him a game and a half, but the rookie came back strong after a bye to average 5.6 catches for 77.0 yards and 1.0 TD on 9.4 targets in Weeks 8-12. During that time, Dell maintained a steady diet of short, intermediate and deep targets, proving to be much more than just a slot guy or screen/YAC threat. In fact, he was targeted behind the line of scrimmage just once all season and finished 15th among WRs (200-route minimum) with a 14.2 aDOT. Unfortunately, he broke his fibula early in Houston's Week 13 contest and missed the rest of the season. His nine full games yielded seven touchdowns, along with averages of 4.9 catches for 72.4 yards on 7.9 targets. Fellow Texans wideout Nico Collins had even better numbers, though Dell was more productive in the weeks leading up to his season-ending injury. Things look promising in 2024 for the Houston offense, with Dell returning for spring practices and joined by both Collins and offseason trade acquisition Stefon Diggs. The wealth of WR talent creates questions regarding target share, but an offense engineered by coordinator Bobby Slowik and QB C.J. Stroud may have the necessary passing volume and efficiency to keep everyone happy.
The Texans traded up in the third round of the 2023 draft to take Dell (69th overall). His nickname ("Tank") didn't come from his frame; the University of Houston product is listed at 5-10 and 165 pounds, which may limit him to slot duty in the NFL. At that size, Dell needs to be quicker than opponents and make plays. He led the nation in receiving yards (1,398) and touchdowns (17) in 2022 and scored 32 TDs during his collegiate career. Mid-round receivers rarely make a fantasy impact out of the gate, but the Texans aren't deep at wideout, so Dell has a shot at playing time. He could also land as the primary returner, a role he handled in rookie camp.
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GM optimistic regarding return
WRHouston Texans
Knee - ACL + MCL
January 21, 2026
Houston general manager Nick Caserio said Wednesday that he expects Dell (knee) to be available for offseason activities, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.
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Preparing for return in 2026
WRHouston Texans
Knee - ACL + MCL
December 29, 2025
Dell (knee) is making progress and preparing for the 2026 season, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.
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Moved to reserve/PUP list
WRHouston Texans
Knee - ACL + MCL
August 26, 2025
The Texans placed Dell (knee) on the reserve/PUP list Tuesday.
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No timetable for return
WRHouston Texans
Knee - ACL + MCL
July 23, 2025
GM Nick Caserio acknowledged Wednesday that there's no timetable for the return of Dell (knee), who is on the active/PUP list, Jonathan M. Alexander of The Houston Chronicle reports.
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Placed on PUP list
WRHouston Texans
Knee - ACL + MCL
July 23, 2025
The Texans placed Dell (knee) on the active/PUP list for the start of training camp, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.
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Return date still in flux
WRHouston Texans
April 4, 2026
Dell, who's been sidelined since Week 16 of the 2024 season due to a serious knee injury, may not be ready to participate in the Texans' OTAs, Jonathan M. Alexander of the Houston Chronicle reports.
ANALYSIS
Head coach DeMeco Ryans provided the update on the talented 2023 third-round pick at the league meetings earlier in the week. Ryans noted Dell is working diligently on his rehab and has maintained a "great attitude" while becoming a daily fixture at the team facility. However, given the extensive rehab process, Ryans wouldn't commit to a return in time for OTAs, but he confirmed that a return "at some point this year" was a certainty.
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